Another one of the classic, simple paper crafts. Although not new, still a great one to do!

The basic mask shape can be quickly and simply decorated as we did here when we remembered we needed this type of mask for school at the last minute! Or they can be ornately decorated with all manner or beautiful things. We will get around to one of those ornate ones another day.

We made some small changes to the basic masquerade mask shape. I drew the basic shape with rounded ends, onto the black card and then gave it to the children to add shape to the sides.

Then they drew shapes for the glittery bits. We glued and sprinkled glitter just into those shapes. We liked the restraint of the plain black between the glitter – or perhaps we would have been late if we added more glitter!

Once your mask is ready, just add a piece of card for a handle – then you are done and can dash out the door to school or your party!

This is a very very handy mask technique to keep in your list (you all have lots of lists too don’t you?!). We have used it with my daughters class when they all needed to be hippos. I found a great image, and her teacher popped them on a head band to sit on their heads. They were all hippos and could also all see and sing easily – which is very important for a hippo!

Create a face, or half face, with some paper shapes.

Make a head band for the mask that is the right size to sit on a head a bit like a crown. Sit is on your head for a simple mask that is easy to wear.